Cairnfield and field system north of Eaglestone Flat, 450m south west of Swine Sty

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History & significance

Cairnfield and field system north of Eaglestone Flat is a Bronze Age monument located in Derbyshire, situated approximately 450 metres south-west of Swine Sty. The site comprises a cairnfield with associated prehistoric field boundaries, representing evidence of early agricultural land use and settlement patterns from the Bronze Age period. The field system demonstrates the organisation of pastoral and arable farming in the upland landscape during this era. The monument is protected as a scheduled ancient monument in recognition of its archaeological significance and contribution to understanding Bronze Age land management practices in the Peak District region.

Cairnfield and field system north of Eaglestone Flat, 450m south west of Swine Sty is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017109. View the official record →

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